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Grammar

6. Fragments

Sentence Practice 4

Sentence Practice 4
Decide whether the italicized material in each exercise is a fragment.

This activity contains 5 questions.

	Roller derby began almost 100 years ago. In fact, in 1935 by Leo Selzer as a Depression-era entertainment adapted from bicycle endurance races.   Fragment No fragment

	Because of the entertainment aspect of this sport, players adopted special names and gimmicks to keep crowds interested.   Fragment No fragment

	Very much like professional wrestling in combining athleticism with a heavy dose of drama.   No fragment Fragment

	But interest in roller derby had pretty much died by the end of the 1980s.   No fragment Fragment

	In the 21st century, though, roller derby has experienced a revival. Oddly enough, the teams are now mostly comprised of women.   Fragment No fragment

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